Ziemupe

A total of 201 bird species have been observed along the route.

Getting there:
The route is located 40 km east of Liepāja. At the Vērgale turnoff from the P111 highway, turn left and drive 10 km to the center of Ziemupe. Distance from Liepāja: 40 km; from Ventspils: 100 km.

Parking:
Cars can be conveniently parked in the "Ziemupītes" campsite parking lot (fee: 2 euros), in the center of Ziemupe near the cultural center, or in suitable roadside spots, in accordance with traffic regulations.

Distance and Duration:
The route is 5 km long. The hike takes about 3–4 hours on foot, or approximately 2 hours by bicycle.

Special Notes:
None.

Signage and Facilities:
Available in the center of Ziemupe and at the "Ziemupītes" campsite.

Public Transport:
https://www.1188.lv/satiksme

Nearby Routes:
"Akmensrags", "Saraiķi", "Vērgale".

Season:
A good route for birdwatching year-round. The best time for night hikes is from April to July, when one can observe species like the tawny owl, long-eared owl, marsh warbler, nightingale, and corncrake.

Mode of Travel:
Best explored on foot or by bicycle.

A total of 201 bird species have been observed along the route.

• Ziemupe Center:

The area includes a park, farmsteads, and orchards. Regular nesters here include the redshank, hoopoe, middle spotted woodpecker, and barred warbler. In summer, bee-eaters and red kites feed in the meadows around the village.

• Coastal Bluff near Kapupe River Mouth:

An excellent spot for seabird observation—the coast is about 12 meters high, providing great visibility over the sea. There are patches of dense young pine trees along the bluff that offer shelter from the wind for birdwatchers. Best time for birdwatching: during spring and autumn migration.

• Area Around Ziemupe Church and the Old Rocket Base:

A historic nesting site for the grey-headed woodpecker, which is now found in only a few locations in Latvia. Other nesting birds in the area include the woodlark, yellowhammer, stock dove, and grey partridge.

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